The Weekly Update - 27th January 2023
Here is a round-up of some of the top legal stories from the past week:
Nadhim Zahawi came under increased scrutiny for his tax affairs. Link.
The government announced a crackdown on ‘fire and rehire’ practices. Link.
The Joint Committee on Human Rights has urged the government not to proceed with the Bill of Rights Bill. Link.
A transgender woman who committed two counts of rape before she transitioned has been refused permission to serve her sentence in a women's prison. Link.
As Partygate looms for Boris Johnson, a new scandal emerged for the former PM as it was revealed the BBC Chair helped him secure a loan. Link.
The Supreme Court is preparing to hear arguments in the ‘Tuna Bonds’ case. Link.
The ICC celebrated its centenary. Link.
There were calls for changes in the rules after a Russian with ties to Putin was allowed to get around sanctions to sue a UK journalist. Link.
A former GCHQ employee is planning to sue under whistleblowing laws. Link.
A recommended ‘menopause law’ was rejected by the government. Link.